Sara Pettitt graduated from Yo San University with a Master's in Chinese medicine, acupuncture and herbalism, and is a N.C.C.A.O.M nationally licensed acupuncturist. She specializes in nutritional healing, and is one of 150 health care professionals trained in Nutrition Response Testing, a scientific analysis of the body's reflexes that helps determine the exact nutrients needed to supplement diet.
Sara is also an advanced level Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, a therapeutic modality to release trauma from the body. She has over 30 years experience as a yoga and fitness instructor, and she implements fitness plans for her patients incorporating nutrition, aerobics, step aerobics, dance, weight training, corrective exercise, qi gong and pilates.
Sara is also an advanced level Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, a therapeutic modality to release trauma from the body. She has over 30 years experience as a yoga and fitness instructor, and she implements fitness plans for her patients incorporating nutrition, aerobics, step aerobics, dance, weight training, corrective exercise, qi gong and pilates.
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Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine can bring the body into balance and assist in the healing process through the regulation of qi (energy), blood and fluid in the body. In TCM, we recognize that a balance of qi is essential to health and harmony in the body. When this qi (energy) is blocked or stagnated in any way, the body's lines of communication (meridians) are weakened and disease or pain results.
Nutrition Response Testing determines the exact nutritients your body is missing to supplement your diet. We provide you with therapeutic formulas derived from whole food supplementation for maximum absorption. Improve your immune function and your ability to cope with environmental stresses. Get healthy, stay healthy and take control of your body's health, wellness and vitality.
Mine was a classic HMO horror story. For years, I was constantly sick, in and out of doctors offices. At the peak of my illness, my lungs were very weak (they only filled to about 60% of their capacity). My immune system was very weak following years of misdiagnosis and far too many antibiotics. I visited doctors, specialists, and spent more money than I had.
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Heather O.
Jun 15, 2021
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Francie J.
Apr 26, 2019
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Sara was recommended by my holistic vet (Dr. Palmquist, who I love) for muscle testing. I had recently been assessed by NextHealth and placed on a supplement program but wasn't feeling energized. Sara tested me with the supplements and diagnosed that together they were having a negative effect. She realigned my program and I have been feeling much better. Additionally, she gave me supplements for my hot flashes and they are now GONE! I probably should have started my review with that! She is extremely knowledgeable in her field, friendly and offers a pleasant atmosphere. I strongly
Kim A.
Dec 12, 2018
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My Son Luke 13 was having bad headaches for a few years . We were desperate to help him with the pain . We tried medication and physical therapy . Neither helped so we looked into acupuncture. One particular morning Luke woke up and was in agony. I was desperate and called Kia to see if she could squeeze him in. Even with her full schedule she made time for Luke. When he walked in his pain level was a 9 . Within 40 minutes of working with Kia his pain level went down to a 4. We were so grateful. Since then we have been seeing her regularly and it has helped Luke tremendously. I highly recommend
Julie D.
Dec 07, 2018
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Sara is a true healer. She has a rare integrated, holistic knowledge of the body based on her expertise as an acupuncturist, herbalist, yoga teacher, nutritionist, and somatic experiencing practitioner. I arrived at her office with physical pain from decades of untreated trauma in my body and flight and fight response to life ...and in her uniquely skilled, loving, intuitive way, she is guiding me back to health and wholeness. Despite being a skeptic, I trust her implicitly. If you're hurting, put yourself in her capable hands. It's the best present you can give yourself.
Ilosha N.
Apr 26, 2016
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I have met Sara Pettitt way before ever turning to her for help. Having shared a passion for tango dancing, Sara knew how important it is for me to have my body be able to move with grace and ease, and without pain. When I broke my shoulder and couldn't dance or teach, the first person I turned to was Sara. She use every bit of knowledge and body wisdom to bring me back to health so I can continue to work and enjoy life. She has treated me with acupuncture as well as taught me how to take care of my own body so it can serve me for many years to come. Hey, I've even done a couple of detoxes
Alex H.
Dec 31, 2013
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Katy R.
Sep 25, 2013
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Originally my interest was in food sensitivity test, which by the way is awesome. Dr. Pettitt is wonderful! I've been dealing with some ankle, hip, hamstring and what I thought might be a sports hernia, yikes. She helped me through some stretches, which I did at home as well as a little self massage and BOOM!!! Everything is feeling heaps better after months of discomfort. She may be tiny but she is mighty with the fingers and elbows and when she worked on my psoas, oh my...
I'm very excited to learn more about herbs she is using with her bone broths and look forward to attending
I'm very excited to learn more about herbs she is using with her bone broths and look forward to attending
John B.
Dec 18, 2012
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Check out the web page (www.foodismedicine.us) and then just make an appointment, that is the best suggestion I can make. A total focus on wellness, done in a very supportive and caring way with a focus on nutrition and acupuncture treatments and a few other techniques. In less than 90 days I can truly say I have never felt better and am well
on my way to a whole new sense of well being. Awareness of ones health and the tools to better it is the best gift we can get. Sara is truly a gifted and caring healer. Do not procrastinate, its the real deal!
on my way to a whole new sense of well being. Awareness of ones health and the tools to better it is the best gift we can get. Sara is truly a gifted and caring healer. Do not procrastinate, its the real deal!
Mr. B.
Oct 05, 2011
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Simply the best medical advancement in my life!!! I'm one who doesn't care to visit a regular Doctors office with their suggestion on health and life (uhmm did I just see McDonald's coke in your hand?)
Not Sara Pettit, She is radiate and full of life, she gets down to the problem and many times they are gone by the time I leave. She has the best recipes for me the try and offers many suggestions on what to eat during a "cleanse" creating a daily recipe email. Her green drink recipe is a staple and she introduced me to a gluten free diet which has made me more focused and
Not Sara Pettit, She is radiate and full of life, she gets down to the problem and many times they are gone by the time I leave. She has the best recipes for me the try and offers many suggestions on what to eat during a "cleanse" creating a daily recipe email. Her green drink recipe is a staple and she introduced me to a gluten free diet which has made me more focused and
